Hull Crown Court heard Taylor had punched Mr Hawkins, 58, after high jinks turned into an angry confrontation on a busy afternoon in the sunshine in early September.

As tempers flared, Taylor hit Mr Hawkins who then struck his head. The blow caused a major internal injury and he died soon after despite frantic efforts of witnesses and the emergency services to save him.

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Michael Hawkins died after an incident at The Studio bar in Cleethorpes. A man has been charged with his manslaughter (Image: Rick Byrne)

DI Curtis said the tragedy had been devastating for Mr Hawkins’ family.

The painter and decorator was well known around Cleethorpes and had been described as a devoted family man by his family.

He was renowned for having extensive knowledge on many subjects but especially, boats, cars and planes.

He enjoyed watching motor racing and was a keen Grimsby Town FC supporter. He also followed Liverpool FC closely.

After his death, sister Karen said: “He was a loving son, a very loving, caring and kind and thoughtful man.” His brother Garry added: “He would do anything for anybody. He loved going to the pub and talking to people. He enjoyed going to the pub and socialising with friends and family.”

Michael Hawkins, left, who died outside The Studio bar in Cleethorpes, on a trip to Wembley with friends Dave and Steve Howard (Image: Family of Michael Hawkins)

DI Curtis said: “Mr Hawkins’ family have said that they are devastated by their tragic loss of Michael, and the tragic circumstances in which it happened.

“They would like to thank the members of the public, and the members of the emergency services, for trying to save his life.

“They would also like to add that they have been struggling to come to terms with the loss of their loving, kind brother and have asked respectfully to now be left alone to grieve.”